Becket’s Bend » Bends

There’s a method to our madness in showing the Square Knot before the Becket’s Bend last week, as the two are tied similarly.

Much like the Square Knot, the Becket’s Bend is used to splice together two lines of Det Cord (Detonation Cord) when working with Demolitions.

The Becket’s is more secure than the Square Knot in certain applications. To add additional strength to the knot, a second turn can be added with the working end when tying.

As with the Square Knot, a six-inch tail must be left in both ends after tying. This prevents moisture from entering the Det Cord through the exposed ends.

Uses:

In demolition to splice Det Cord

Joining two ropes of unequal diameter

Tying Instructions:

Form a bight in the standing end, ensuring that the bitter end is hanging down

Insert the working end through the backside of the bight

Pass the working end around the back of the bight

Tuck the working end behind the working part of the line

Tighten by pulling the bight, the working part and the working end of the line

View the gallery or YouTube video below and follow along with the steps above!

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